Even with social media your resume is still the most potent piece of information to represent you to a potential employer. It’s still pertinent to have a resume, and whether it’s through video, infographic, electronic or hard copy, you need to make sure all relevant information is accounted for.
[related: Five Tips on How to Talk About Yourself Over Video]
Things you need to make sure to include:
- Education (college experience preferred) – this can include current educational goals you’re pursuing as well
- Relevant internship(s)
- Previous long-term employment
- Valuable skills
- Temporary assignments or positions
- Future skills can be applied through certificate courses you’re taking
[related: Use Education to Expand Career Goals]
For that gap in between long-term positions, if you were employed it could still be important to include. If you’re not sure of the best way to include it, check out “How to Include Temporary Work Into Your Resume” from the APUS Career Services Blog.
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